Open containers at The Banks: Bill passes Senate

Dylan Flvan, of Boone County, shows his spirit at the Cincinnati Reds street party at The Banks prior to the start of Opening Day on April 6. Under a bill that passed the Ohio Senate Wednesday, Cincinnati could create a year-round open-containers zone in The Banks.(Photo: The Enquirer/Liz Dufour)Buy Photo

The special zone would bring revelers to The Banks, supporters say, by allowing an Opening Day-like atmosphere year-round, during Reds and Bengals games, concerts and other special events. People could buy alcohol at any of the bars in the district and carry it on the street as they walk around.